Is It Time To Replace Or Repair Your Office Air Conditioning?

By Author: Jeff Mourtiz
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When we change seasons, from a cooler season to a warmer on and vice versa, the topic of air conditioning comes into sharper focus. As the demands on a system change, any problems or underlying issues can become obvious. Ensuring that your system is ready for the challenges ahead can easily be verified with an expert service. However, office air conditioning services sometimes indicate that replacement may be necessary. Let’s take a closer look at some of the factors involved and how to make the right decision.

A Professional Consultation:

Your office is the place you need to feel comfortable in order to run your business effectively. It may be the place where you take a meeting with clients and employees. If your office air conditioning is not working as intended, it can cause a drop in productivity and short tempers. When you bear these factors in mind, a small fee to find out what is really going on with your AC is a small price to pay. A professional technician will be able to discover the source of your problem and offer some sound advice so that you can make an informed decision.

The Decision to ...
... Repair:

This could be the cheapest option available dependant upon the age of your equipment and the likelihood of future failures. In an ideal scenario, a repair can be carried out, and your equipment will work as intended for years to come with adequate servicing. A technician will usually recommend a repair in the following circumstances:
A Frozen Coil: This is usually caused by a blocked air filter or airflow issue when cleared the AC will almost always run as intended.
A Buildup of Debris: This is accumulated dirt and debris that needs to be cleaned out. An easy fix that will help your system run more efficiently.
A Water Leak: This could be caused by a condensate leak from the drain or an overflow problem. If the clog is cleared from the line or drain, the system usually returns to normal.

The Decision to Replace:

The technician will advise you if they think that replacement is necessary and/or more cost effective. It may be the case that repair will only keep the system running for a little longer and an underlying issue would be too costly to repair. It’s usually a good time to replace your system under the following circumstances:
Frequent Repairs: If you track your AC repairs and notice frequent failures it is probably time to get a new and more efficient air conditioning system.
An Old System: If your AC is getting on, it may be a good idea to retire it and consider a replacement that will be more energy efficient and have modern functionality.

At Gas & Air, our team has extensive experience in supplying, installing and servicing all kinds of heating and cooling equipment. We are your local experts in domestic and office air conditioning systems. Our expert technicians take great pride in providing quality work at an affordable price. Our sales team is ready and standing by to discuss your needs in greater detail and to answer any remaining questions you have.